Salmon Empanadas

While I may not be a huge fan of fish, I do love the soft texture and delightful flavor of salmon. At home, I vacuum-seal fillets and freeze them. I add salmon to salads or pasta dishes, I prepare it grilled or the way my daughters like it. If I’m watching my budget, I buy canned salmon; it tastes good, it’s economical and super convenient in terms of keeping it on hand in the pantry.
I recently learned how to prepare a feast fit for the gods: super original, salmon empanadas. If you’re a fan of bagels with salmon, capers, egg and red onion, with just a touch of fresh dill, this recipe is a delightful variation. Enjoy!MORE +LESS -

Ingredients

1

big can pink salmon

1/2

red onion, finely chopped

1

tablespoon baby capers

1

tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

1

package (20 discs) empanada dough, for frying

1

tablespoon flour

Oil for frying

Directions

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1

In a medium-sized, deep bowl, combine all the ingredients, minus the empanada dough and flour. Mix with a wooden spoon.

2

Sprinkle a clean, flat surface with flour, and lay out the dough discs. Put 1 tablespoon of the empanada filling in the center of each disc, fold and seal with a fork.

3

Fill a medium-sized frying pan with oil. Once hot, fry the empanadas in batches, for approximately 5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the pan and transfer to a paper towel lined plate to absorb excess oil.

4

Serve, and enjoy!

Expert Tips

Use a fork to fluff the salmon before incorporating and mixing it with the other ingredients.

Nutrition Information

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More About This Recipe

While I may not be a huge fan of fish, I do love the soft texture and delightful flavor of salmon. At home, I vacuum-seal fillets and freeze them. I add salmon to salads or pasta dishes, I prepare it grilled or the way my daughters like it. If I’m watching my budget, I buy canned salmon; it tastes good, it’s economical and super convenient in terms of keeping it on hand in the pantry.
I recently learned how to prepare a feast fit for the gods: super original, salmon empanadas. If you’re a fan of bagels with salmon, capers, egg and red onion, with just a touch of fresh dill, this recipe is a delightful variation. Enjoy!